Associate Attorney - Immigration

Build My Great Team • Miami, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Attorney will manage a diverse immigration caseload from the initial consultation through final resolution, handling removal defense, humanitarian, and family-based matters. The role includes time in Immigration Court and before USCIS, running consultations, appearing at hearings, and keeping clients informed throughout their cases. The firm is an established Miami immigration practice representing individuals and families across South Florida, with work spanning humanitarian and removal defense, federal litigation, and family-based immigration. The attorney will be supported by an experienced team and can receive relocation assistance when moving to the area. Business development is rewarded but not required: attorneys receive a 20% uncapped origination bonus for clients they bring in, along with additional performance incentives.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of immigration law experience, including experience in Immigration Court.
• J.D. and active bar admission in good standing in any U.S. state.
• Fluent in English and Spanish.
• Strong legal research, writing, and courtroom skills.
• Passion for advocating for immigrants and their families.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing a busy caseload.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with immigration case management software such as Clio, Docketwise, INSZoom, or LollyLaw.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse immigration caseload from first consultation through final resolution.
• Represent clients in removal proceedings before the Immigration Court, including master calendar and individual hearings.
• Handle humanitarian matters, including asylum and other protection from removal.
• Prepare waivers and other applications for relief.
• Prepare family-based petitions and green card applications, and represent clients at USCIS interviews.
• Guide permanent residents through naturalization.
• Draft briefs and motions and conduct legal research.
• Keep clients informed through clear, consistent communication and meet every court deadline.

Benefits

• Salary of $110,000 to $150,000, commensurate with experience.
• 20% uncapped origination bonus on clients brought in, plus additional performance incentives.
• Medical insurance, with the firm paying 60% of the employee-only premium.
• Optional dental, vision, and gap coverage available at employee cost.
• 401(k) retirement plan, with a company match planned soon.
• 10 days of paid time off in the first year.
• Relocation assistance for candidates moving to South Florida.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree